Eddie Howe provided an update on Alexander Isak's future at St James' Park as he hinted that Newcastle United could allow the striker to leave this summer, amid strong interest from Liverpool. Isak has been training alone and was even left out of a club event earlier this week after he strongly expressed his desire to leave the Magpies and secure a transfer to Anfield.
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Earlier on Saturday, reports emerged that Newcastle United do not intend to sell Isak in the summer transfer window, despite the player's wish to leave the club. The club's decision even left the Sweden international fuming, who has been training alone, away from the first team.
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Now, Magpies boss Howe has provided an update on the transfer of the player, as he claimed that he will only work with players who want to play for the club. The statement was a clear hint that Newcastle have changed their stance and could now actually sanction Isak's transfer.
WHAT HOWE SAID
Speaking to journalist Craig Hope, the Newcastle manager said: "No, that’s not something I'm aware of. I have no knowledge of that. I want players who really want to play for this club."
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It remains to be seen if the Reds would come up with an improved offer for Isak after seeing their initial bid worth £110m rejected by Newcastle.
